"In 2012, we were able to grant $500,000 to 16 community-based breast health programs in our two states," Gawlik said, adding that, for 2013, the Affiliate hopes to see a healthy increase in applications from New Hampshire entities.

"We've been doing this in Vermont for 20 years; we're a well-known commodity," Gawlik said. "I hope that after the visibility and success of last year's first-ever New Hampshire Race for the Cure, we'll see greater interest from organizations in the Granite State."

All applications must be submitted and received online by midnight, Feb. 15 - any not-for-profit organization that provides breast health and/or breast cancer education, screening, or treatment services in Vermont or New Hampshire may apply for a grant by visiting www.komenvtnh.org.

For more information or any assistance with the application process, visit komenvtnh.org or contact Executive Director Deborah Peterson at dpeterson@ vtnhkomen.org or by phone at 888-550-CURE.

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